For the 41st edition of the European Heritage Days, the Palace of Versailles is celebrating the horse with the exhibition Horse in Majesty - At the Heart of a Civilisation. The Great Stables will be open all day on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September!
September 21 & 22, 2024 European Heritage Days
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Gallery of Coaches open
The Great Stables of the Palace of Versailles
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In 2024, the Palace of Versailles was chosen to host the equestrian events of the 2024 Olympic Games and celebrate the horse. This was a major event in the long history of the Palace, reinforcing its already close ties with the world of horses. It is an exceptional testimony to France’s cultural heritage.
On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the Palace will be opening the Gallery of Coaches free of charge, and offering a special programme of events.
Gallery of Coaches
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Opening times and access
- 9 am to 6.30pm (last admission at 5.45pm)
- Free entry, no reservation required
- Entry to the Great Stables via the Place d’Armes
Equestrian Academy open
Equestrian Academy
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The Equestrian Academy will be opening its stables, outdoor arena and riding school to all visitors, free of charge and with no reservation required, on Saturday and Sunday from 9.30am to 12pm. There will also be shows on Saturday at 6pm and on Sunday at 3pm, subject to current prices and conditions.
A show at the Equestrian Academy
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Opening times
Visit the Academy
- Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September, 9.30 am to 12pm
- Free entry, no reservation required
Equestrian show:
- Performance dates: Saturday 21 September at 6pm and Sunday 22 September at 3pm
- A ticket is required for this show
opening of the Opéra royal
The Opéra Royal will also be open to the public free of charge, with a brand new program.
The Opéra Royal
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Program
Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 6.30pm (last admission at 6pm): discover the Gallery of Coaches and its collection of coaches, sedan chairs and sleds, along with talks and sound scenography.
Saturday and Sunday from 9.30am to 12.30pm: discover the Equestrian Academy, its stables and indoor and outdoor arenas.
The 41st edition of the European Heritage Days is an opportunity for the Établissement public du château, du musée et du domaine national de Versailles to offer free events for schoolchildren.
Events at Campus Versailles
Campus Versailles will also be inviting you to discover the rare skills associated with the equestrian arts: saddlery, bootmaking, ironwork and horsehair weaving, through demonstrations, hands-on sessions and an exhibition.
Guided tours
Throughout the week, from Tuesday 17 September to Sunday 22 September, enjoy a guided tour of the exhibition Horse in Majesty - At the Heart of a Civilisation, by purchasing a ticket.
Practical information
- Location: Great Stables / Gallery of Coaches
- Price: Free, no reservation required
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